Enjoy your morning sipping on a luxurious Iced Mocha Latte with honey and oat milk to make it extra sweet & healthy. If you’re like me, and find yourself drawn to the irresistible combination of chocolate and coffee, then you're in for a treat with my homemade iced mocha latte recipe! It’s not only rich, creamy, and insanely delicious but surprisingly easy to whip up in just 5 minutes with 4 ingredients.
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An Easy Iced Mocha Latte Recipe
Homemade iced mochas are a breeze to make. Simply gather your milk of choice, cocoa powder, honey, and espresso or strong coffee. For an extra touch of sweetness, consider adding a dollop of refined sugar free coconut whip cream on top.
Iced Mocha Latte Ingredients
There are four ingredients that make this delightful iced mocha come to life.
- 1 Shot Espresso (or ¼ cup of strong coffee)
- ½ Cup Oat Milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 Tablespoon Cocoa Powder unsweetened
- 1 Tablespoon Honey
The cocoa powder & honey combine to make a homemade refined sugar free chocolate syrup!
Check out the recipe video on Instagram!
Healthy Chocolate Syrup 🤎
Yes! You heard me—healthy chocolate syrup. While some store-bought chocolate syrups may be “healthier” and will work for this recipe if that’s what you have on hand, it’s hard to find refined sugar free options. Not to mention they’re often much more pricey than making it yourself! So in my opinion, homemade, 2-ingredient, chocolate syrup is the way to go!
Not a fan of cocoa powder and honey? No worries—use unsweetened or refined sugar free chocolate chips. To do this, add 2 tablespoons of the chips in the hot espresso or coffee right after brewing! This will melt the chocolate in the coffee, infusing your iced latte with delicious chocolate flavor.
How to Make an Iced Mocha at Home
Get out a small bowl or a cup & whisk together the honey and cocoa powder. Stir until it is completely combined and all of the cocoa powder chunks are gone. You should now have a chocolate syrup like texture! Add the shot of espresso or strong coffee to the chocolate syrup and stir well. It’s best if the espresso or coffee is still warm or hot!
Pour your milk of choice over the chocolate syrup infused coffee and stir.
Last, but not least—pour the entire mixture over ice and, if desired, top it with refined sugar free coconut whipped cream. Garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder for an extra touch of elegance! I also like to drizzle a little bit of honey or chocolate syrup on the edges of the cup if I’m in the mood for a little extra sweetness! ENJOY 🤎☕️
Frequently Asked Questions?
If you prefer a blended version—fear not, it’s so simple! Instead of pouring your mocha over ice, blend it with about 1-2 cups of ice. Add a bit more honey for sweetness & enjoy!
Caffeine content may vary, but in this homemade version there are 64 grams of caffeine in an espresso shot. Of course you can tailor this to your preference or tolerance.
A latte and a mocha latte are both espresso-based coffee drinks. Their difference is in their flavorings. A latte is made with espresso and a milk of choice. The ratio of milk to espresso is typically higher in a latte, resulting in a creamy and mild coffee flavor. A mocha latte, on the other hand, is essentially a latte with chocolate. It includes espresso, a milk of choice, and chocolate syrup or in this case, cocoa powder & honey.
Of course! Don’t fret if you lack an espresso machine—strong coffee is the key and there are many ways to make strong coffee! Some options include: cold brew concentrate, strongly brewed coffee (add less water when brewing), instant espresso, or stovetop espresso.
Yes! If you don’t love the flavor of honey, try using maple syrup, agave, date syrup, or coconut sugar to sweeten this recipe. You can also omit the sweetener if you’re a fan of the bitter chocolate flavor cocoa powder offers on it’s own.
Oat Milk vs. Coconut Milk vs. Soy Milk vs. Almond Milk?
I know, so many options! I chose oat milk for this recipe because of the creamy flavor it offers. The best alternative milk depends on individual dietary needs and preferences. Oat milk, coconut milk, soy milk, and almond milk all offer different things. Almond milk is low in calories and a good source of vitamin E. Soy milk is high in protein and contains essential amino acids. Oat milk is naturally sweet and provides fiber, while coconut milk offers a rich texture and healthy fats. Ultimately, the best alternative milk varies based on factors such as nutritional requirements, allergies, and taste preferences. Many alternative milks have added sugars, oils, gums, etc. so be mindful when choosing the brand to use. 🥛
Why You Need to Make This Recipe
I know I already said this but you will love this iced mocha latte if you’re like me and crave everything & anything chocolate or coffee. My favorite thing is having a sweet treat to look forward to in the morning and this one definitely gets me excited!
Making “treat” coffee at home is so satisfying because I know the ingredients I’m putting in my drink and that they’re good for me. I’m also able to customize the intensity of each ingredient to what I’m in the mood for that day.
Lastly, if you are a coffee drinker and find yourself spending way too much money on your lattes—this is a great fix! Making coffee at home is way more cost efficient.
As Always, Enjoy! ☕️🍫
Enjoy this hot or cold, with a drizzle of honey or a little sprinkle of cocoa! Have the sweetest day and if you enjoy this little iced mocha latte, make it with me & tag me on Instagram! @entirelyemmy
Iced Mocha Latte with Honey & Oat Milk
Ingredients
Method
- Get out a small bowl or a cup & whisk together honey and cocoa powder. Stir until it is completely combined and all of the cocoa powder chunks are gone.
- Add the shot of espresso or strong coffee to the chocolate syrup and stir well.
- Pour your milk of choice over the chocolate syrup infused coffee and stir. Next you’ll pour the entire mixture over ice and, if desired, top it with refined sugar free coconut whipped cream and cocoa powder.
Mara says
I second that, its so delicious! Love the healthy chocolate syrup idea. Thanks for sharing!
Anna Sandmeier-Lopez says
Super delicious! If you love chocolate, you are going to love this spin on a mocha. I sadly didn't have espresso, just used some instant coffee and worked great!